Tesla Roadster 1.5 vs Roadster 2.0
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in metric units (km, kg). To see imperial units (mi, lb), switch website version to USA
General Info
Both vehicles have been discontinued and were never available for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Roadster.
| Property | Tesla Roadster 1.5 | Tesla Roadster 2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2007-2009 | 2009-2010 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | USA |
| Body Style | Roadster | Roadster |
| Available in the USA | Yes | Yes |
| GCC Score | 5.2 | 5.2 |
Range and Efficiency
Although both cars have the same battery capacity, Tesla Roadster 2.0 (2009-2010) achieves a longer real-world range due to its superior energy efficiency.
| Property | Tesla Roadster 1.5 | Tesla Roadster 2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 372 km | 393 km |
| Range (GCC) | 353 km | 373 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 53 kWh | 53 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 50.4 kWh | 50.4 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14.3 kWh/100 km | 13.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 7 km/kWh | 7.4 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.6 | 8.1 |
Charging
| Property | Tesla Roadster 1.5 | Tesla Roadster 2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 16.8 kW | 16.8 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | - Max Charging Power (DC) | - Max Charging Power (DC) |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Type 1 (J1772) | Type 1 (J1772) |
| Charging Score | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Performance
| Property | Tesla Roadster 1.5 | Tesla Roadster 2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | 1 motor: IM | 1 motor: IM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 185 kW | 215 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 248 hp | 288 hp |
| Motor Torque | 370 Nm | 380 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.2 s | 4.1 s |
| Top Speed | 201 km/h | 201 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.8 | 5 |
Dimensions
| Property | Tesla Roadster 1.5 | Tesla Roadster 2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3946 mm | 3946 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1873 mm | 1873 mm |
| Height | 1127 mm | 1127 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2352 mm | 2352 mm |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Tesla Roadster 1.5 | Tesla Roadster 2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Curb Weight | 1305 kg | 1237 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 150 l | 150 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 2.3 | 2.3 |
